I'm Dying Tomorrow
Alkaline Trio Lyrics


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I'm dying tomorrow
In this house, this street, Chicago
I'm dying tomorrow
Did I, did I do it right?

Did I remember to sleep in
Take lots of pills
Commit Irreversible sins?
Did I, did I
At least try to kiss the prettiest girl
At the right time?
Did I remember to keep your beer as full as mine
Did I, did I remember to say cheers
Did I, did I at least try
To make sure everybody had a good time?
Had the best time

I'm dying tomorrow
In this house, this street, Chicago
I'm dying tomorrow
Did I, did I do it right?

Did I remember to stay up late
Drinking for the fun
Singing for the taste
Did I, did I
Run outside to kiss the rain
Underneath electrical skies?
Did I, did I remember to keep your beer as full as mine
Did I remember to say cheers
Did I, did I at least try to make sure everybody had a good time?
Had the best time

I'm dying tomorrow
In this house, this street, Chicago




I'm dying tomorrow
Did I do it right?

Overall Meaning

The song “I’m Dying Tomorrow” by Alkaline Trio is a reflection on life and the choices one makes before the end. With the repetition of the key lyric, “Did I do it right?”, the song serves as a contemplation on past actions and whether they were fulfilling or not. The lyrics suggest a sense of regret or nostalgia for missed opportunities, but also a pride in personal accomplishments. The song’s setting in Chicago and mentions of beer, pills, and irreparable sins create a somber and reflective tone, as if the singer is coming to terms with their past.

The first verse incorporates a series of questions and if and then statements, demonstrating the singer’s pondering and uncertainty about their life choices. They question their remembered activities, asking if they “at least tried” during their time. The next verse highlights the same sense of uncertainty, questioning whether they enjoyed life in the way they wanted to. The lyrics suggest that they drank and sang for the fun of it, but as the singer is on their deathbed, they wonder whether it was enough. It’s clear that the singer doesn’t want to regret anything as they approach their final moments, but it’s unclear whether they feel as though they’ve done “it” right.


Overall, the song “I’m Dying Tomorrow” is a meditation on life's meaning, the choices we make, and how we measure personal success, all through the lens of an impending death. The repetition of, “Did I do it right?” emphasizes the sense that life is something to be evaluated at the end and encourages the listener to consider how they want to look back on their life when their time comes.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm dying tomorrow
The singer is reflecting on their impending death, which they have reason to believe will happen tomorrow.


In this house, this street, Chicago
The singer is specifically in Chicago and reflecting on their surroundings and environment as they think about their impending death.


Did I, did I do it right?
The singer is questioning whether they've lived their life correctly and fulfilled their desires.


Did I remember to sleep in
The artist is pondering if they took the time to enjoy leisurely activities and rest.


Take lots of pills
The artist is wondering if they indulged in hedonistic and possibly dangerous behaviors.


Commit Irreversible sins?
The singer is questioning if they have done irreversible harm on themselves or others.


Did I, did I at least try to kiss the prettiest girl
The singer wonders if they took chances in romantic relationships, especially with individuals they were attracted to.


At the right time?
The artist is questioning if they choose the best moments to act on their passions and romantic interests.


Did I remember to keep your beer as full as mine
The artist is contemplating if they were considerate and generous to their friends.


Did I, did I remember to say cheers
The artist is considering if they took the time and effort to celebrate with those around them.


Did I, did I at least try to make sure everybody had a good time?
The singer is thinking about putting forth effort to ensure that everyone around them was having a good time.


Had the best time
Despite the artist's imminent death, they want to ensure that they have no regrets about the life they lived and the moments they shared with others.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DANIEL MICHAEL ANDRIANO, MATTHEW THOMAS SKIBA, MIKE FELUMLEE

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